Jobs in Hulme Walfield

Electronics Design Engineer (Contract)

📍 Location: Congleton, UK (Hybrid)
💷 Rate: £50 per hour (Umbrella)
📅 Duration: 12-18 months

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Product Development Engineer (Electronics) to join the R&D electronics engineering team at Siemens' award‑winning Congleton site, part of the Motion Control (MC) division.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of Sinamics G products within a collaborative, cross‑functional product development environment. We are looking for a creative, curious engineer with strong technical expertise and a passion for solving complex design challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Work within a cross-functional product development team.
Contribute to product specifications, concept development, and project planning.
Design electronic and power circuits, including for 400V 3‑phase systems.
Ensure designs meet high-volume manufacturing requirements and cost targets.
Carry out product integration, validation, and simulation testing.
Support product introduction into manufacturing.
Assist with regulatory approvals (e.g., UL certification).
Drive product support and cost-reduction initiatives.
Track emerging technologies and engineering techniques.
Collaborate with global teams and suppliers to implement design changes without disrupting production.
Manage and report progress against project timelines.

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience across the full product development lifecycle (concept to launch).
Strong knowledge of:
Power electronics design (ideally AC drives / industrial systems).
Analogue and digital circuit design.
Design validation, prototyping, and compliance with international standards.
EMC design and testing.
Experience designing for high-volume manufacture and cost optimisation.
Proficiency in CAD tools for schematic and PCB layout design
(Zuken CR8000 experience desirable).
Familiarity with simulation tools, power loss analysis, and timing/lifecycle analysis.
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.

Key Competencies

Product-focused mindset balancing quality, performance, and cost.
Curious and innovative approach to engineering challenges.
Strong collaborator and communicator.
Comfortable working within global, cross-functional teams.

Desirable Skills

Professional proficiency in German and/or Chinese.

Working Environment

Hybrid working model with 2-3 days onsite in Congleton (flexible depending on project phase).
Access to modern labs and engineering facilities.
Opportunity to work closely with international teams, including Germany and China (early morning calls may be required).

Why Apply?

Work on cutting-edge industrial electronics products.
Join a globally recognised engineering organisation.
Contribute to meaningful R&D projects with real-world impact.
Competitive contract rate and long-term assignment.If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply now to be part of a high-performing R&D team shaping the future of motion control technology.

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